Margaret Forney celebrated her 102nd birthday on July 27. She was born in 1924, right in the middle of America's Jazz Age. Margaret has lived a life full of love. She moves a bit more slowly these days, but she continues to inspire family, friends, and caregivers who surround her.

When Chimney Rock Baptist Church (CRBC) observes its 100th birthday on Sunday, August 30, church family, former members, friends and others will gather to celebrate the past, present and look toward the future. No doubt some friendships will be renewed and stories will be shared of times long ago.

Tonya Garrison loves people. That love is expressed publicly in her new role as director of the Rutherford County Senior Center. She began at the center as a program manager in 2025. Recently, in July 2026, she became the director.

Many artists have painted and drawn local landmarks and other images of Rutherford County. But few have done so with the heart and spirit of the late James Allen.